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A Randomized, Sham-Controlled Trial of Cranial Electrical Stimulation for Fibromyalgia Pain and Physical Function, Using Brain Imaging Biomarkers
Published on: January 5, 2024
New directions in fibromyalgia
Deanna Davenport1, Celso R Velázquez
1University of Missouri School of Medicine, Division of Immunology and Rheumatology, USA. davenportde@health.missouri.edu
Abstract:
Fibromyalgia is a common disorder causing pain, fatigue and sleep disturbances. The differential diagnosis includes rheumatic diseases and a variety of other conditions. New diagnostic guidelines emphasize the multiple somatic symptoms that may be seen. Pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatment options are available. Three new medications were recently approved for treatment.
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